Private Tea Ceremony Instructor

さどうこじんきょうじゅ

Industry & Occupation

Education, Training & Language

Classification

Summary

A profession that teaches individuals the etiquette and procedures of tea ceremony, imparting Japanese traditional culture.

Description

Private tea ceremony instructors teach students one-on-one the basic etiquette of tea ceremony, procedures for preparing tea, methods for hosting tea gatherings, and more. Through lessons at practice halls, home studios, or on-site visits, they convey etiquette, manners, and the spirit of Japanese culture. Their responsibilities span a wide range, including planning lesson content, preparing and maintaining tea utensils, providing instruction tailored to seasons and schools, and creating and managing curricula based on students' progress. Additionally, they are required to have management skills as educators, such as attracting students to the studio, operating it, and hosting events.

Future Outlook

With growing interest in traditional culture and inbound tourism demand, the demand for tea ceremony instruction is expected to remain stable. Expansion of online lessons and experience programs will provide future growth opportunities.

Personality Traits

Calm demeanor / Passionate about teaching / Patient / Polite and meticulous

Work Style

Event Instructor / On-site Lessons / Online / Private Studio

Career Path

Tea Ceremony Classroom Assistant → Tea Ceremony Instructor → Tea Ceremony Master → Head Family Instructor → Independent Practice

Required Skills

Etiquette Instruction / Lesson Plan Creation / Tea Ceremony

Recommended Skills

Basic Accounting and Bookkeeping Knowledge / Communication Skills (English) / Marketing / SNS Information Dissemination

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Accuracy in handling tea utensils and precise movements is important
Communication Skills To guide students with detailed instructions and explanations
Initiative & Leadership Necessary to take proactive action in student recruitment and studio management
Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition Necessary to continuously learn movements for different schools and seasons
Planning & Organization Necessary for planning practice content and tea gathering preparations

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Only basic calculations for invoicing and accounting
Collaboration & Teamwork Primarily operates the studio independently

Aliases

  • Tea Ceremony Instructor
  • Tea Ceremony Master

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